Volkswagen
Alex from Litchfield Park, AZ on 6/21/2024
2011 Volkswagen Golf
Bought to use in my 2013 Tiguan. It mounted up and paired perfectly and maintains my steering wheel controls. I've also used this exact kit in a 2009, 2010, 2012 gti with same experience.
Pros: Fitment Price point
Cons: Wiring isn't the greatest when it comes to labels
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Joachim from N Plainfield, NJ on 5/30/2024
2013 Volkswagen Beetle
Made my installation super easy and a breeze.
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Joseph from Seguin, TX on 4/10/2024
2014 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
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Waste of money - drains battery
Gary from Renton, WA on 4/8/2024
2002 Volkswagen Golf
I bought a pre-assembled wiring harness that came with the XSVI-9003-NAV for a 2002 VW Golf. This unit drew 30mA. The max allowable current draw for the car when it's in sleep mode is 30mA per VW. With the regular current draw in the car it was at 45-50mA total. On 4/4/24 I chatted with a rep in tech support. He told me that device is to keep the radio's memory. 11:27AM me - With that and the regular electronics in the car the total current draw is ~50mA. VW says the max acceptable current draw is 30mA. 11:28AM Tech - Hi Gary, that is needed. It will draw enough power to keep the radio's memory. I don't believe that. The best I can figure is that it creates accessory power of constant power. The VW doesn't have switched power in the radio harness. I removed it and the associated wiring and now have about a 15mA hour current draw. And, my radio still keeps its memory! I did have to run a wire to the fuse panel for accessory power. Don't waste your money on this!
Pros: none
Cons: Drains battery
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Melissa from Warwick, RI on 3/19/2024
2014 Volkswagen Golf
The tech was great! Product worked as expected.
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Faulty grey wire
Ben from HINESVILLE, GA on 1/30/2024
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Faulty grey wire. Was not installed correctly at factory im assuming.
Pros: Easy install
Cons: Seems cheap
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Steven from Kempton, PA on 12/27/2023
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
This harness makes wiring so much easier by connecting to the cars computer rather than splicing wires. Wish instructions were more complete.
Pros: Simple to install, all the wires were exact match for my vehicle.
Cons: Provides instructions were basic and left out much. Customer support was rig there and resolved my issue but would have been simpler to include complete instructions right off the bat. (Have to initialize the access block / not sure which12 pin harness to plug into the access)
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Plug Black Box Into Harness
Luke from ALBUQUERQUE, NM on 11/21/2023
2008 Volkswagen Passat
Easy to install, one issue but a quick call to Caesar at Crutchfield had me taken care of. 2008 VW Passat w/o factory amp or bluetooth, everything is plug and play but the harness kit has this black box with "Nav" on it, so I did not install it, but not installing it meant I had no accessory power. Plugging the black box into the wiring harness with the 2 yellow wires solved this, do not plug it into the SWC harness.
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Does the job!
Ricardo from Lodi, CA on 11/16/2023
Easy to install, I didn't have any special features but made the job easier. The price is fair and shipping was fast. Thanks Crutchfield!
Pros: Easy to install
Cons: Needs larger installation instructions for us with visual impairments
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Matthew from Clinton, IN on 10/31/2023
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
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My 03 Passat
Vernell from Camp Springs, MD on 10/17/2023
2003 Volkswagen Passat
It worked beautifully and made the installation process so much easier
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Joseph from Rutherford, NJ on 10/11/2023
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
As usual the harness is great makes installation much easier.
Pros: Easy install
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Christian from Middletown, PA on 10/8/2023
2004 Volkswagen GTI
Excellent product
Pros: Fits mkiv platform utilized stock amp. Worth the purchase
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Disappointed kid
Guest from Muskegon Michigan on 4/8/2023
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
When our harness is was garbage..broke and unusable
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Ronald from Pittsburgh, PA on 4/2/2023
2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
Made installing the head unit & interface very easy.
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Walter from Gaithersburg, MD on 3/1/2023
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
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Buy it and you'll have no regrets!
Kamchinn from Philadelphia, PA on 1/19/2023
2008 Volkswagen Passat
Works exactly as advertised, connection was easy as they give you a instructions page to show the wire to wire connection with your specific purchase. The only thing that I made a mistake on was plugging in the connection to the SWC rather than the other port as I wasn't sure what it meant. It wasn't until I observed the red wiring did I realize I plugged it into the wrong socket since both are identical. Wish there was a little more explanation on the aux cord since I had to do some research to figure out what it was meant for.
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Pretty decent
Connor from Fort Meade, FL on 1/16/2023
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
Overall pretty good, instructions left a little to be desired. The handbrake line didn't work for me.
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Travis from Ravenna, OH on 12/15/2022
2004 Volkswagen GTI
Perfect fit for the Golf, everything I needed was included
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Craig from Royal Plm Bch, FL on 12/4/2022
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Works perfectly! Wiring is fairly straightforward
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Jennifer from Blooming Grove, NY on 12/2/2022
2007 Volkswagen Jetta
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Corbin from Ridgeley, WV on 11/22/2022
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
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Almost good
Gary from Linden, MI on 10/4/2022
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
For my 2012 beetle w/o fender audio. Or steering wheel controls the ignition wire was not in correct spot. Had to go through fuse panel and tap into a fuse to get ignition wire. Everything else was in correct spot. Bought harness so I didn't have to run extra wire to check fuses.
Pros: Easy connecting to the cars existing harness
Cons: Wires were not in correct spot had to run extra wires to get radio ignition signal
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Simple and easy installation
Jake from Elkhart, TX on 7/17/2022
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
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Seuri from Las Vegas, NV on 7/11/2022
2005 Volkswagen Passat
Works perfect. The acronyms can be a bit hard to follow since the harness is designed to fit many models. But once you figure it out, it's excellent
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Lucas from Bradford, AR on 7/6/2022
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
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Bulky but includes all the necessary connections
Douglas from CLARKSVILLE, TN on 5/16/2022
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
First-off, the differences between the factory radio retained power and how this harness behaves: Aftermarket radio - The radio will stay on until you remove the key. To turn the radio (back) on, reinsert your key and cycle your ignition switch to on and back to off, but leave the key in Factory radio - Just hit the power button, key or no key. Some models turn the radio off after a predetermined time; others turn it off when you open the driver door. Next, the harness itself has all the connections necessary to wire up a media receiver without needing to tap into the car's wiring for the brake and reverse trigger connections. Just grab your crimp tool and connectors or (like I did) your heat shrink tubing, solder, and iron. If you bought your receiver AND harness from Crutchfield, then your connection "pin-outs" will be spelled out for you in your account section of the Crutchfield site. That's extremely handy (thanks, Crutchfield) but if you just buy your harness a la carte, then you won't have this option. With this harness, you shouldn't need to run your accessory (red) or battery (yellow) wires. The harness is quite bulky as others mentioned, so if you're installing a full depth double DIN unit, prepare to break out some zip ties. Also, do make sure you reconnect your passenger airbag indicator before reconnecting your battery or else you will need someone to reset your airbag warning light.
Pros: Includes all media receiver connections Retained Accessory Power feature minimizes battery drain Crutchfield WireGuide for customers buying harness with a receiver
Cons: A lot of bulk makes full-depth receiver installs challenging. Pricier than the old-school harness adaptors, thanks to needing an "active adaptor" module.
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Perfect tool for the job
Quincy from Cibolo, TX on 4/17/2022
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
This was perfect. Made install so much easier
Pros: Exactly what was needed
Cons: Instructions we're a little hard to understand at first but once I identified all the parts, it was simple DIY.
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Must have
Daniel from Sandia Park, NM on 4/17/2022
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Harness made the install easy
Pros: All options
Cons: None
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Works great, one little flaw but nothing big.
Colin from Hancock, NY on 3/17/2022
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Works great, just need to turn the radio off with the power button when turning the car off or the radio will stay on but when you turn the radio itself off the accessory wire turns off too, not a big deal but not normal, this is in a 2010 Jetta
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Andre from Davenport, FL on 2/27/2022
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Trenton from Millers Creek, NC on 2/23/2022
2006 Volkswagen Golf
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Ryan from Carnegie, PA on 1/20/2022
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
This worked perfectly for my 2011 Jetta, the install went smoothly.
Pros: Directions clearly label wires.
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Matt from Tallahassee, FL on 1/16/2022
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Conroe, TX on 12/27/2021
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from OROVILLE, CA on 11/27/2021
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Greenfield, WI on 9/22/2021
2012 Volkswagen Golf
Provides every connection I needed for my install, but almost no info is provided by the manufacturer. Thankfully I was able to use crutchfield's website to assist with the wiring.
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Crutchfield customer from Alpine, TX on 9/10/2021
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
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Crutchfield customer from Wilmington, NC on 8/9/2021
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
All features worked perfectly with the Boss BE7 in a MkVI Jetta SE (no steering wheel controls). Do pay attention to the instructions about the initial power on/off sequence for learning after install. I didn't read thoroughly (I know better, but rushed anyway) and thought I was in for a nightmare troubleshooting session when the radio didn't power-up immediately. After walking away to research and letting it sit a bit and learn, all was good the next time I turned the key.
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Crutchfield customer from Raleigh, NC on 7/5/2021
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
Made it so easy to install. I was able turn it into a family project and walked my teen daughters though the install giving her confidence that she can work on her car,
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Crutchfield customer from Saco, ME on 2/18/2021
2008 Volkswagen Eos
After checking with installers that charged $99-189 for the adapter, this was way cheaper because i dont have the steering controls. Comes with canbus adapter to prevent battery drain. Perfect for my VW EOS
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Crutchfield customer from Whitefield, ME on 2/13/2021
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
This harness and instruction page were perfect and made installation in my jetta sportwagen simple!
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Crutchfield customer from Pinehurst , NC on 2/5/2021
2013 Volkswagen Beetle
It took a lot of tech support and finally got a new harness and unit. I installed them and everything works perfectly now. Don't know if it was the unit or the harness. They sent me everything to replace the items I had.
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Crutchfield customer from Red Hook, NY on 1/28/2021
Easy to work with, whenever I have problem I'll call the Crutchfield team they are the best. Very pleased with the product and the support I got.
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Crutchfield customer from Colchester, CT on 1/26/2021
2005 Volkswagen Passat
Dont by the radio without it. Plug and play
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Crutchfield customer from Jacksonville, FL on 1/12/2021
2004 Volkswagen Golf
Works perfectly. My new Kenwood powers on, and off, in all of the special ways and times as my stock head unit did, and that is exactly what I was hoping for.
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Crutchfield customer from Orcutt, CA on 1/10/2021
2003 Volkswagen GTI
I had to make modifications to this harness to get it to work since my car did not come with steering wheel controls.
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Crutchfield customer from Moreno Valley, CA on 1/3/2021
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
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Easy & Easy
William from Sterling, VA on 12/2/2020
Simple to connect and easy to install. Made the install a breeze!
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Crutchfield customer from Hainesville, IL on 11/24/2020
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Just wire it up to your existing harness from the stereo and you are ready to go. Worked great.
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Crutchfield customer from Jewett City, CT on 10/25/2020
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Talk about making install easy, this was great, took longer to pop off trim and take out the 4 screws holding original stereo in the dash than it took to hook up new stereo and wiring, Thanks Crutchfield
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I might just start selling installs to co-workers, yup that easy
Eric from Yucca Valley, CA on 9/12/2020
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
The product is of most acceptable quality. Please understand that audio components are made for professionals. Your project may take a [youtube] class or two longer to complete. But chances are you won't go full Jimi Hendrix on your dashboard...and/or door panels in the process. Not much in the 12 v equipment should do that but if it does, installer error. Relax. Learn something...be that guy that took 12 hours to install a head unit. Personally, I hadn't touch car audio in about 10 years, took me 3.5 hours, I don't care. My professional skillsets include, Electrician, Home Audio [consult to finish install] and Light Heavy industrial mechanic. I hadn't used them in a while and was very pleased with the intuitive nature of preparing and installing this product.
Pros: Easy
Cons: Too easy, I don't trust all of the wire coding being the same...shut up old man!
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Crutchfield customer from Arnoldsville, GA on 8/23/2020
2013 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Not much to say. It works exactly as described.
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Crutchfield customer from Muskegon, MI on 8/22/2020
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
The products worked great for my radio, my only complaint is that the instructions were very unclear on what to do. I had to look up a couple videos but after that everything went smoothly
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Crutchfield customer from Yuma, AZ on 7/28/2020
2003 Volkswagen Golf
Sucks Randomly won't function on/off It's sporadic and quite frankly extremely annoying.
Pros: Cool when it works
Cons: Doesn't work 100% of the time.
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Crutchfield customer from Altus, OK on 7/23/2020
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
I received zero instructions on how to wire this up. I had to call the tech to find out there was an unused plug with it.
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Cons: No instructions!
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Crutchfield customer from Villa Rica, GA on 7/19/2020
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Easy enough install for my 2011 VW sportwagen, wires are labeled.
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Crutchfield customer from Lincoln, RI on 6/19/2020
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
YesYes it makes your life a little easier when you're hooking up the radio
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Simple to install
Crutchfield customer from Katy, TX on 6/18/2020
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Lake Charles, LA on 6/11/2020
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
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Useless.
Crutchfield customer from Rock Island, IL on 5/31/2020
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
This kit is worthless. Pins do not line up to factory VW double DIN. Receiver fails to power on. I had to tap into the VW Double Din without the kit, testing voltage for everything. I wish I could get my money back, but I've already tried to use it.
Pros: None.
Cons: Useless.
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Crutchfield customer from Collegeville, PA on 5/31/2020
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Installation instructions were very confusing. After two phone calls with tech support, the interface box or the harness is faulty. Ugh
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Misinformation
Crutchfield customer from Champlain, NY on 5/27/2020
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Cheshire, CT on 5/23/2020
2008 Volkswagen Eos
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Crutchfield customer from Hagerstown, MD on 5/20/2020
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Would have been nice if I didn't have to solder the cables together. Plug and play would be much nicer.
Pros: Works, fits
Cons: Not a fan of having to splice cables
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Crutchfield customer from Belleville, NJ on 5/9/2020
2008 Volkswagen Passat
Very Well made
Pros: Fits perfectly
Cons: Slight variations in color codes, no big deal
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Excellent
Crutchfield customer from Church Hill, TN on 5/3/2020
Fit like a glove. I did a live chat because I had questions about products and install. Got them all answered then and was able to order on that page too. I will buy again. Hassle free sale.
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Jeff from WESTMINSTER, CO on 4/13/2020
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
Worked great and I was able to retain my RAP on my 2011 Tiguan by following these instructions: 1. have the xsvi plugged into the car, DO NOT plug it into the radio yet. 2. Close all doors. 3. turn the ignition on to the "on" position for 45-60 seconds (do not start the car). 4. once the time elapses turn the key to the off position, remove key from ignition, open door. 5. plug radio into harness (while still keeping the harness plugged into the car). The instructions with it say it's USB updateable, but there is no visible usb plug and it didn't need to be updated to work.
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install kit for 2012 beetle
Crutchfield customer from Seven Hills, OH on 4/5/2020
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
The kit does it's job. It took me about half hour to connect all the wires to the harness for the aftermarket receiver, which I didn't think was bad. The instructions are good on what needs to be wired, but I wish they explained what the other box is for. I ended up calling Crutchfield, who informed me to wire to the box as instructed and just stow the box behind the radio. I did and it works great, I just wish it stated that to save me the call. Crutchfield customer service was excellent as usual though. This kit gave me all the functionality I was looking for, I recommend it.
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Crutchfield customer from Rogers, AR on 4/3/2020
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
So easy to hook up and it works great!
Pros: Does what it's suppose to do,and it really saved me a lot of money!
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Worked Perfect!
Crutchfield customer from Henderson, NV on 3/25/2020
2004 Infiniti G35
I have used pre wired harness in past but this one was perfect no additional wiring needed!
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Alton from Riverview, FL on 3/8/2020
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
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Brett from Northfield, MN on 2/16/2020
2002 Volkswagen Passat
Doesn't have a red ignition switch on the harness, only 12V constant yellow wires for power, don't know how to wire my head unit to a harness without the ignition switch wire, tried other wires for power and only the constant yellow wires has power but it's live all the time so hooking it to that will drain battery.
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Crutchfield customer from Medley, FL on 2/16/2020
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
Very easy to understand and follow. Works flawlessly.
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Crutchfield customer from Prior Lake, MN on 1/30/2020
Did not come with instructions, but was able to call crutchfield and they walked me right through it. Works great.
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Crutchfield customer from Lowell, MA on 1/19/2020
2004 Volkswagen Passat
The harness worked well in the end. I did have to contact crutchfield to figure out which connector goes to the box that comes with the harness since it wasn't clear from the instructions.
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Cons: Description of wires was fine but missing detail that you should attach 12 pin connector with loose leads to the black box that came with harness
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Crutchfield customer from Clayton, DE on 1/3/2020
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
I will never install a radio into another car without an interface harness. Way to easy.
Pros: Simple to install...
Cons: The extra (unused pieces) simply are not talked of. Help was only a five minute call. ??
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Crutchfield customer from Chesterville, ME on 10/18/2019
Very hard to stuff all this behind your raido, could be made smaller.
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Chris from Lehighton, PA on 9/16/2019
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
How cool is the VW harness release/slider mechanism? The wiring has a lot going on, but the instructions were helpful. I like to build the harness first and solder up the connections, heat shrink them up, loom, and tape. It's a process, but an enjoyable process for me. This harness seemed to be overcomplicated to me. I think there is room for improvement, but it does work after all. Stereo fired up after jiggling the key on and off a few times (Crutchfield tech told me to do this) and the unit fired right up. Single I tidy up the hardness prior to install, it makes sliding the wiring and module behind the dash a lot easier and cleaner. Kudos to Crutchfield for knowing what you need for your vehicle and having these streamlined affordable solutions.
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Easy Installation
Crutchfield customer from Olathe, KS on 9/16/2019
2004 Honda Element
Used to adapt Kenwood radio to 2014 VW Jetta. Easy install and works perfectly.
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Crutchfield customer from Raleigh, NC on 9/16/2019
2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Having the right harness makes replacing the old radio a snap. I didn't even know what a CANBUS was but I sure needed this to replace a VW radio .
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Crutchfield customer from Clovis, CA on 8/5/2019
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Great product. Made installation easy and streamline.
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Crutchfield customer from Gloucester, MA on 6/10/2019
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Allison Park, PA on 4/29/2019
2004 Volkswagen R32
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Crutchfield customer from Wasilla, AK on 4/23/2019
2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Not sure why there are negative reviews here. It works fine. It isn't difficult to figure out. Does the job.
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Perfect fit
Crutchfield customer from Seagoville, TX on 4/5/2019
Perfect fit, and easy instructions and wiring diagram to follow
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Crutchfield customer from Camp Lejeune, NC on 3/27/2019
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Nice set up but could include an instruction page.
Pros: Plug and play once figured out
Cons: Lack of instructions included
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Perfect
Kris N from Whitehouse, TX on 3/12/2019
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Fits perfectly to my Jetta's harness. Quickly attached and moved on to enjoying my new radio!
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Works, But don't forget the little black box
Tony from Lochbuie, CO on 3/11/2019
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Works perfectly, would have given 5/5 stars but the instructions where a bit lacking. It gave the color - meanings but said nothing about the little black box it comes with and where to plug it in. My stereo didn't work at first as I never installed the little box. The instructions made it seem as if it was for navigation, and even then didn't say exactly which spot to plug it into. I only figured it out as I used my multi meter to determine everything was hooked up right, and that the power came in, went to the box, and back out to the stereo.
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Crutchfield customer from Bartow, FL on 3/7/2019
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Rosedale, NY on 2/12/2019
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Conyers, GA on 2/10/2019
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Super easy - but the mass of wires and boxes is so bulky I had to spend a lot of time getting it "stuffed" in the behind the dash so the stereo would fit back in the hole. The back up camera does not work. More work needed on that.
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Click and Play!
Matt from Independence, KY on 12/30/2018
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
Quick and easy connection. This makes an aftermarket stereo installation a breeze, even for a novice!
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
bill from W Bridgewater, MA on 12/30/2018
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Elmhurst, NY on 12/27/2018
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Made wiring easy. Although it is bulky and will require some finesse to fit with a double din.
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Crutchfield customer from San Francisco, CA on 12/21/2018
2003 Volkswagen Golf
It connected alright to the factory harness. But didn't read the cars computer, so the unit took 10 seconds to turn on, then wouldn't turn off even when the key was removed. I had to bypass the box and run power to a windshield wiper fuse. I was told by customer service this is a common problem with my vehicle. (2003 VW Golf)
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Bill from Lead, SD on 12/12/2018
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Made for an easy install, straight forward with no issues
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Crutchfield customer from Alexandria, MN on 11/18/2018
2012 Volkswagen GTI
This is a must have if you're working with a Volkswagen but I wish that there were less wires and that it was neater. I don't have navigation and it seems like I have a lot of unused stuff. I would still highly recommend this though, and my favorite thing is that my sound system stays on until I pull the key out. I put this in a 2012 VW GTI.
Pros: Must have for aftermarket head units Retains accessory power until the key is removed
Cons: Messy
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Perfect Application - 2006 MK4 Golf GLS TDi
Matthew from Philadelphia, PA on 10/3/2018
2006 Volkswagen Golf
Provided me with everything my new headunit's harness needed in order to properly function (Sony XAV-AX100). This harness allowed me to keep the factory Monsoon speakers and amplifier, and I'm glad I did because the stock Monsoon setup improved dramatically with just a change of the headunit. No need to run the parking brake wire all the way to the fuse panel. Note, the power antenna output from the harness is unneeded when using an antenna adapter that receives switching power from the headunit itself. Additionally, the XSVI "steering wheel control" interface MUST be plugged in to the harness even if you don't have the controls, as the harness will not allow the radio to receive 12V unless it's utilized (instructions not clear). Overall a great harness even despite the unclear instructions and relative large size (the XAV-AX100 worked perfectly with the MK4 2-DIN depth-limited placement, as it is a 1-DIN rear with a 2-DIN screen, allowing all of these accessories to be placed underneath the unit behind the screen.)
Pros: Had every output (even color matched) for my Sony headunit. No need to run parking brake wire to the fuse box. Dimming output enabled my headunit to react appropriately when I turned on my headlights.
Cons: Unclear instructions. Relatively large mass for the job it does.
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Crutchfield customer from Sunnyvale, CA on 9/10/2018
2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
Highly recommend this along with the Crutchfield ReadyHarnessT Service. This is arguably the hardest part of the stereo installation and this made it plug and play. One thing to note, as noted by others who have installed: 1. have the XSVI plugged into the car, DO NOT plug it into the radio yet. 2. Close all doors. 3. turn the ignition on to the "on" position for 45-60 seconds (do not start the car). 4. once the time elapses turn the key to the off position, remove key from ignition, open door. 5. plug radio into harness (while still keeping the harness plugged into the car).
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Works well - 04 VW
Greg from Ogden, UT on 9/9/2018
2004 Volkswagen GTI
Harness does exactly what it needs to. Works great converting the factory harness in my 04 GTI to my Kendwood and in the past Axxera head units. Only complaint would be it always comes with steering wheel controls, and if your car doesn't have steering wheel controls, there is a ton of extra wiring. Not a big deal really though.
Pros: Has all of the wires needed for both Kenwood and Axxera head units I have tried.
Cons: Steering wheel controls (even if your car doesn't have steering wheel controls) have a lot of unused wires to deal with.
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Crutchfield customer from Carriere, MS on 8/27/2018
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
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Crutchfield customer from Murrieta , CA on 8/10/2018
2012 Volkswagen Jetta
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Crutchfield customer from Saukville, WI on 7/29/2018
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
This harness was awful. Have a 2009 Jetta Wolfsburg and had to hardwire in a power supply line from the 12v adapter to get it to work.
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Denton from Snellville, GA on 7/21/2018
2009 Volkswagen Rabbit
Unit does not work in my '09 VW. Flashed firmware, replaced module, still no joy. Unit would trigger radio to power on at random. Sometimes immediately, sometimes in 10 minutes, sometimes 10 miles down the road. Replaced with a PAC module and harness kit an things work perfectly.
Pros: None
Cons: Doesn't work on my VW
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Crutchfield customer from San Diego, CA on 7/18/2018
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
It honestly was the cheapest one I could find thanks
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Crutchfield customer from Philadelphia, PA on 6/19/2018
2013 Volkswagen Golf
Seems to work well. Install was easy - once the instructions were figured out. I didn't have steering will controls or a NAV system, but I had a hunch I needed to plug the nav harness into the box anyway in order to break out the accessory power, parking break lead, and others. Reading some reviews seemed to confirm that. Its working now (the accessory power and parking break work as expected) but it took a while to figure out. So 1.5 stars docked for unclear instructions, and .5 stars docked for bulk of the harness and nav box. I understand I bought a harness that was overkill for my system, but I think it could still be smaller.
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Crutchfield customer from Roanoke, VA on 6/1/2018
2002 Volkswagen Passat
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Easy to install
Lewis from Mountain View, WY on 4/30/2018
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
Simple to install. Works well. The instructions weren't clear that the electronic interface box is needed or how it's used, but I figured it out. I installed it in a 2007 VW Rabbit.
Pros: simple installation
Cons: instructions are somewhat lacking
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Good product
Jon from Williamsville, NY on 4/16/2018
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy to use instructions OK, had to call in but crutchfield was very helpful
Pros: works seamlessly
Cons: instructions just OK
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Crutchfield customer from Willis, TX on 3/11/2018
2013 Volkswagen Beetle
Worked great for my 2013 Beetle Hatchback.
Pros: Easy to use.
Cons: Too many wires that not used.
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Lee from Virginia (VA) on 2/27/2018
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Plugged right in and factory amp worked fine as well as after market amp
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Crutchfield customer from Cumming, GA on 12/31/2017
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Perfect
Daniel from Bunn, NC on 12/3/2017
2004 Volkswagen Golf
This kit made the install very easy. Pretty much plug and play once radio wiring was done.
Pros: Straight forward wiring
Cons: Amount of wiring to hide behind radio
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Crutchfield customer from Severn, MD on 11/28/2017
2004 Volkswagen Golf
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RICHARD from Tacoma, WA on 10/11/2017
2004 Volkswagen Golf
made the install very easy the only issue was that the instructions where not very clear. but i was able to get it figured out.
Pros: plug and play
Cons: instructions need more information
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Crutchfield customer from Twin Lake, MI on 10/3/2017
2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Perfect & fast shipping with great customer service.
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Monsoon VW Jetta 2002
Crutchfield customer from Greencastle PA on 6/19/2017
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Works wonderful for VW Jetta 2002 with Monsoon radio
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Works as advertised
Gary from Lexington, NC on 5/14/2017
2002 Volkswagen Golf
Used this device to hook up Blaupunkt 220 New Jersey to my 02 VW Golf. Works as advertised. Keeps the aftermarket radio working like the stock radio.
Pros: Makes the aftermarket radio behave like the stock radio
Cons: none
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Would Highly Recommend
Elisha from Tampa, FL on 4/26/2017
2012 Subaru Impreza WRX
Bought this, along with the other recommended products, to install the Sony XAV-AX100 stereo head unit in my MK4 GTI and it made the whole process 100% easier. Install took less than an hour and the stereo works great.
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Quality product
Brett from Streator, IL on 4/26/2017
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Tricky at first, but works well! Make sure you take your time and read the instructions! Be patient and this will work perfectly!
Pros: Quality Simple if you are patient Long wires Instructions are great
Cons: Takes up lots of space behind the headunit
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Crutchfield customer from North Port, FL on 4/6/2017
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
This product is a "must have". I had the radio installed in 15 minutes. Took me longer to fish the mic cable. Highly recommended.
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Crutchfield customer from Orlando, FL on 3/14/2017
Great product and support awesome staff who helped me pick just the right items to fit my new radio! Thanks for all your help!
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Crutchfield customer from Lynnwood, WA on 2/19/2017
2004 Volkswagen R32
So this now keeps the radio on until the door is opened. Stock unit would turn off when the key was removed. Different...better? I don't know. It has a back up output and hand brake output that do not work on my car. I guess that's known for my year vehicle but didn't realize that when I was hooking it up. The guys at Crutchfield got me hooked up right!
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Works but is clunky
Matt from Portland, ME on 1/24/2017
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
Overall, it works but for a car without Navigation, the extra loop to get the power to work and the additional bulk in the harness seems crazy and took a bit of figuring out. Either include in the instructions that the NAV box should be attached irrespective of navigation system or make a way to bypass the big plastic chunk if no navigation system is in your vehicle.
Pros: Everything lines up eventually with the stereo harness and it works.
Cons: Bulky and some work-arounds to match all colors.
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Crutchfield customer from Phoenix, AZ on 1/18/2017
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Made installation a breeze. Highly recommended
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Mark from Texas on 1/3/2017
1991 Toyota MR2
Installation instructions were very weak. There are two black plugs but only on place to plug something in to the module so it is very confusing. The Crutchfield team was able to help but a simple note in the instructions by the manufacturer would have saved all of us a lot of time and frustration. Once connected correctly, it worked without issue.
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Crutchfield customer from Columbus ohio on 1/2/2017
2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Great product - straight forward instructions. Great tech suppirt
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Chris from Geneva, OH on 12/31/2016
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy to use instructions are a little hard to follow but Crutchfield was there to help
Pros: Wires are color coded
Cons: Directions need a little work
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Marc from Finksburg, MD on 12/29/2016
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Installation instructions a little cryptic. Crutchfield reps were able to answer questions quickly though.
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Crutchfield customer from Harrisonburg, VA on 12/28/2016
2004 Volkswagen Passat
The product worked well but the directions where poor. The connector has two plugs on it that are identical one of them needs to be plugged into the box but the instructions do not tell you which one. I just had to do it by trail and error.
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It Works with some help from Cecil!
Paul from Big Rapids, MI on 12/18/2016
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Works fine once you figure out how to hook it up! The instructions leave A LOT to be desired, I had no idea I had to use the black box until I e-mailed Cecil here at Crutchfield and he told me how to hook it up. My VW has no SWC( Which I learned is Steering Wheel Controls elsewhere) or NAV so I was a bit perplexed as to why I needed the little black box. It is still needed to get switched Retained Accessory Power to the head unit. It has obviously been a long while since I hooked up a head unit in a car I felt kind of stupid not knowing all of the Acronyms SWC, RAP, etc! . I would like to Thank Cecil at Crutchfield for pointing me in the right direction. There is a reason I bought this Unit from them. Great Company!!!!
Pros: Reasonably Priced It works Has pretty much everything You need .
Cons: Instructions leave a bit to be desired
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Crutchfield customer from Miami FL on 12/1/2016
2007 Volkswagen Passat
Easy to install just better instructions regarding relay connection for power. Had to call tech support to make it work.
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mike from Marlborough, MA on 11/29/2016
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Bryan from Orange, ca on 11/17/2016
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Looks like a lot of wires but great harness and when finished able to tape it and make it very nice and clean and not an eyesore like in the beginning but very great product for the job
Pros: Made easy installation
Cons: None
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Does the job
Derry from Austin ,tx on 10/12/2016
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Did its job. 2010 vw sports wagon , and works appropriately . Bulky harness but everything fit just fine.
Pros: Does the job,, provided all wires needed for install
Cons: Little bulky , instructions are bland .
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Access harness
Joe from Nj on 9/14/2016
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Once again the crew at Crutchfield has come through from me. From tech support to sales Top notch support Thanks again
Pros: Everything
Cons: No cons
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Does not adapt radio antenna
Erik B. from California (CA) on 8/22/2016
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
Works great, is bulky but there's nothing they could do about it. The dash install kit I got also should have accommodated for this I feel.
Pros: Everything is plug and play. Had no problems installing
Cons: It's very bulky and with the dash mount I got there isn't enough room to push the radio flush with dash.
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Crutchfield customer from Del Rio, TX on 7/21/2016
2002 Volkswagen Golf
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Makes it Tons easier!
Dan from Central Illinois on 7/3/2016
2012 Volkswagen Beetle
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Didn't work for me
Sam from Katy, TX on 6/11/2016
2009 Volkswagen GTI
This unit was one of the two recommended wiring harnesses for this vehicle, the goal is to interpret the data signal from the car saying that the key is "on" so that it sends power to the radio. The instructions can be better, purchasing three or four things that are supposed to work together can be confusing. In this case, it just doesn't work. The Crutchfield support team has been great to help diagnose and cross-ship replacement parts as we diagnose. That said, its been 10 days of trying to make this work and right now it doesn't work. The last resort is to provide 12v accessory power from the fuse box, but we want to avoid that. Its not that we need a NAV interface or RAP, its just that we want the wiring harness to work as expected.
Pros: Not too difficult once you understand what needs to be done.
Cons: The "little black box" can plug into 2 places and its difficult to know which is correct. For this vehicle it does NOT work as advertised.
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Axxess harness
Jake from Saint George on 6/8/2016
2007 Volkswagen Jetta
Harness works great, 4 stars because some of the wires were a bit misleading.
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What is in that black box?
Gene B from Texas on 6/6/2016
2011 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Lots of wires. All the colors match up. Everything works great.
Pros: Fits, great instructions
Cons: none
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Very easy to use
RE from San Mateo, CA on 6/2/2016
2003 Volkswagen Golf
Incredibly simple to splice. Instructions are spot on, and for most applications the wire colors pair right up.
Pros: Easy to use
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So easy
TV wa from Seattle, WA on 5/11/2016
2007 Volkswagen Passat
So easy, match colors and splice. Instructions are sparse but that's because it is so simple.
Pros: Matches right up
Cons: Lack of instructions
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If you're a novice, call support
Drew from Houston, TX on 4/21/2016
This was listed as recommended equipment to get the Jensen VX7020 installed in my Jetta. It does the job, but as a first timer when it comes to wiring up a car radio, I was completely lost. Luckily Crutchfield has amazing technical support and they sorted me out immediately. They are a must call if you're new to this. I won't list this issue as a con because it's more user error than anything, but it definitely impacted the experience. I could've gotten the radio and parts a bit cheaper somewhere else, but I am glad I went through Crutchfield simply for the support. In fact, that's exactly why I purchased them here. A+ job to all involved.
Pros: Does the job.
Cons: Instructions that come with the unit could be a bit better.
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Crutchfield customer from duluth, MN on 3/23/2016
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Necessity for Volkswagen. Very easy to plug in, took no longer than an hour to wire up the new stereo with this harness.
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GREAT!
Drew from Maryland on 3/20/2016
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Great product! Works great and they helped me with hooking it up!
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Johanovich from Fraser, MI on 3/6/2016
Worked well and did the trick. Instructions were very vague. Ended up calling tech support and they were fantastic.
Pros: Works as Advertised.
Cons: Poor Instructions
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VW harness kit
Ty from Daytona Beach, FL on 3/5/2016
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Took me about an hour using butt connectors and crimps. Crutchfield was very helpful to assist me. A little hard to stuff all these wires in the dash
Pros: Crutchfield support
Cons: A lot of uneeded wires for my application
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Interface Harness in 2005 VW Jetta
Jason W. from Denver, CO on 2/24/2016
2005 Volkswagen Jetta
Tons of wires! If I hadn't decided to go with a shallower depth, non-CD receiver (only streams and BlueTooth), I'm not sure how this web of wires would have fit in the dash. It did however provide the critic function I was looking for, which was to have the aftermarket head unit turn on and off with the key and door locks. I no longer have to turn the head unit on and off manually every time I get in and out of the car.
Pros: Works but with lots of wires that I at least did not need!
Cons: Bulky, Cumbersome. Terrible Instructions for installation.
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NAV Interface for phone
Russ from Sparks, NV on 2/22/2016
2004 Volkswagen Golf
Worked as advertised
Pros: Worked great, no problems.
Cons: None.
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Simply substitution for my new head-unit....if not a bit more Bulk
David D. from jacksonville, FL on 2/18/2016
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Must have for any upgrade from factory stereo to new and improved options on the market....w/out losing any/most of your vehicles functionality. I didn't worry about the Vol up/down and up/down arrows on my steering wheel...but I did want to keep my amp/etc.
Pros: Simple way to upgrade and keep all the (necessary) functionality of my vehicle. On my '03 Jetta, it was color-to-color match and mate. EASY. Unit can be firmware upgraded.
Cons: Lots 'o wires....Zip ties are your friends here Bulky. Difficult to stuff it all into the dash, even with just a digital head-unit (shallow). First comm box was toast (initialized fine, but anytime after would only turn off after I locked the doors, not just take keys out of ignition). Unit can be firmware upgraded, but no mention of how (called and verified no upgrade currently available). Location in dash makes upgrade, if there WAS one, a PITB. Did I mention bulky?
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Klel from norman, OK on 2/14/2016
2003 Volkswagen Passat
DId exactly what it was supposed to: made interfacing with the VW Monsoon system trivial.
Pros: Easy Easy Easy
Cons: Radio illumination doesn't follow instrument brightness
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Easy installation
Trail from los angeles, CA on 2/14/2016
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
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Doesn't work well
Ian Tiggemann from peoria, IL on 2/9/2016
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
I have installed two of these now getting replacement parts and neither have worked. The car turns on and eventually the radio comes on for a short period but then randomly shuts on and off. Tech support was helpful with trouble shooting and trying different things to get replacement parts but ultimately the radio isn't working properly.
Pros: When radio finally stays on things work well and the harness connections are well labeled.
Cons: The electronics box for the signal to turn the radio on and off doesn't work well.
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Mandatory Volkswagen Item
Chris U from Georgia on 2/4/2016
2002 Volkswagen Golf
This is mandatory for Volkswagens! This was a great addition and after taking my factory radio out I noticed that the previous owner had performed a DIY job on their antennae adapter and RAP. After repairing a lot of splices I installed this and it worked like a charm! Not an expensive item but worth every cent!
Pros: Easy install, mated perfectly with vehicle, works as advertised
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Functional, but leaving me wanting options
Tom from Fairfax, VA on 2/3/2016
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
This is supposed to provide "retained accessory power." It does that, but in a way that is a little bit different than factory. With the factory radio, the radio would turn off when the key was removed from the ignition. With this module, the radio stays on when the key is removed but turns off when the doors are opened. I would prefer the key method since there is a slight delay between opening the door and the radio turning off. The world doesn't need to listen to what I was listening to. The wiring instructions leave me wanting one thing: there's a step that said something like, "the blue wire is unused in this application." I'd really like to know what the blue wire is used for in *other* applications. I'm guessing power antenna, but I might never know for sure! I don't have steering wheel controls so some of the functionality this is supposed to provide goes unused for me.
Pros: Easy adaption to factory wiring harness, sufficient wiring instructions
Cons: A wiring diagram outlining the function of each wire would be nice, especially to explain unused wires. Options to change when power was removed from the radio would be very nice. It's also a little tough to find enough free space in the dash to fit this module after it is connected.
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chip from fort fratiot, mi on 2/3/2016
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
hard to get radio and harness to fit
Pros: works good
Cons: hard to get harness and radio in same hole
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Bryan M from louisburg, KS on 1/21/2016
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
Works great a little confusing but call support from Crutchfield and they will walk you through.
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Made Easy
Chriz from Tennessee on 1/18/2016
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
I purchased this wiring harness to install a PioneerAVH X2700bt in a 2008 VW Jetta with no steering wheel controls. I was a little confused about some wiring but Crutchfield Tech Support stayed on the phone with me and walked me right through it.
Pros: Crutchfield Tech Support
Cons: Directions a little vague
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EricL from Illinois on 1/17/2016
2005 Volkswagen Passat
Great product. Works and turns off just like factory radio with this adapter. I would have gave it a 5 star, but the direction were very poor. Crutchfield tech's answered my questions and got me going very quickly
Pros: works great, Crutchfield customer support, great option for wiring up a radio in a VW
Cons: directions were not clear and two of the plugs were the same
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Not so simple or smooth
Chuck from California on 1/11/2016
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
If this octopus showed up in your Crutchfield install package than you've likely got a VW who apparently does things different than everybody else. Crutchfield probably didn't include the instructions for this (they didn't with me) and when you call them to ask why none of the attachments actually fit into the back of the stereo you bought they will say "oh yeah, nobody figures this out" which might be a hint to them to improve the process. As far as I can tell this device is used to trick a non-standard VW quirk so that your unit will have power until the car is locked rather until just when the ignition goes off. The upside is that it seems to work, the downside is that you have to manually strip, tie together, solder the wires and then tape off all the connection wires with your stereo and then get the whole monstrosity to fit behind the new stereo. Hardly the trouble free installation process advertised by Crutchfield, yet another reason I wish they would provide you more details about the job before you buy so you could see if you've got the time and tools for the installation.
Pros: - At the end it seems to work
Cons: - Its a huge octopus of wires that aren't labeled except in the installation instructions that they don't ship or tell you where to download - You have to manually strip and connect a bunch of wires - Did I mention that they don't include any instructions about how to install or even why? Better get your google on
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Worked like a charm
rma316 from Idaho on 1/7/2016
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
I wasn't sure at first, as it didn't specifically list my vehicle as compatible, but a quick email to the support team told me I had nothing to worry about and they were right. This made the install so easy and only took about 10 minutes to put together. There really isn't a better option when installing an aftermarket radio. I used this in a 2013 Jetta with absolutely no trouble.
Pros: Super easy to wire up, great instructions, fits and functions perfectly.
Cons: None
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Works, but Horrible Instructions
AlanA from South Carolina on 12/30/2015
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
I learned with this install that putting aftermarket radios in a VW is a royal pain in the butt. It was great that it all worked once I got it put together properly, but I had to call Crutchfield to figure it out.
Pros: Everything works without modifying factory wiring in the 2008 Jetta..
Cons: Instructions do not discuss how to connect the NAV unit. I initially thought I had the wrong wiring as I had a female connector in car and female connector on harness. Even when Crutchfield told me that I plugged into the NAV unit instead of the factory female connector, both harness connectors fit the plug in the NAV unit. I only figured out that mistake when the unit wouldn't power on.
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No switched power
BrandonK from Atlanta, GA on 12/28/2015
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
This product would be great except there is no switched power in the dash on these cars. You have to go find one under the steering wheel and run your own wire. The kit doesn't tell you that or give you the wire you need.
Pros: Nice plug and play.
Cons: Missing key wire and proper instructions around missing red wire.
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Works
Adam from Utah on 12/21/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Worked great, was able to install with little effort.
Pros: retains RAP
Cons: lots of wires, not very clear instructions
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Does the trick
Lawson from Seattle on 12/19/2015
2005 Volkswagen Golf
I only ended up needing two wires for the entire harness as I was doing a ground up install.
Pros: Connects well. Plenty of options for nav, factory install.
Cons: You will have to wire directly to a switch on power supply as VW has these separate from the factory wire harness.
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Idaho on 11/30/2015
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
Plug and play install. No problems as of yet
Pros: Plugs in, no splicing needed
Cons: Gets to be a tight fit with all the wiring and module box
1 of 1 found this helpful
Easy To Hook Up And Works As It Should
Dave W. from Morristown, New Jersey on 11/28/2015
2007 Volkswagen Jetta
This conversion kit worked perfectly with my 2007 Jetta. I did have Crutchfield support guide me through the install process, so hooking this unit up was easy. My new Kenwood radio unit is working great!
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Simple, however...
Chadwick from Massachusetts on 11/23/2015
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Very simple install in my 2006 Jetta with mid level system, however, I failed to connect the small black box that communicates with the cars computer. I'm not sure if I missed that step in directions. Without it the stereo does not turn off upon key removal and times out/shuts down while driving. Unit runs on yellow/constant 12v without box. I simply had to take unit back out and plug box into pigtail.
Pros: Straight forward connections.
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mediocre
Mr. Guy from Texas on 11/16/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
I have an 03 jetta tdi I found the harness was useful but one annoying issue. I found the key switch power wire did not actually provide power. (with the key in, out, turned on, car running, doors open, doors closed, or standing on my head) I had to tap into another switched power source.
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Worked perfectly!
SimonF from Abbotsford, BC on 11/4/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
A bit bulky but worked perfectly.
Pros: Works as sold!
Cons: Could be a bit smaller.
0 of 0 found this helpful
Easy - works great!
Jer from Corning, NY on 10/28/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Very easy to use - installed a JVC JVC KW-R910BT in my 2010 Jetta limited sedan. Works like a charm. There is a bit of overkill wire if you don't have steering wheel controls like me, but there's more than enough space in the dash to tuck away the extra harness and the can unit.
Pros: Very simple, clear instructions.
Cons:
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Instructions were only problem
Eric from Kansas on 10/23/2015
Product worked great, the instructions were lacking and I had to call tech support which was great help.
Pros: Ease to hook up,
Cons: Price, instructions
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Harness
Charlie2 from Florida on 10/20/2015
2006 Volkswagen Rabbit
Great product. I felt the instruction a little vague. Had to call Crutchfield to tell me where some things went
Pros: a easy install
Cons:
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overkill
Crutchfield customer from Ohio on 10/18/2015
2003 Volkswagen Golf
after some confusion as to where the accessory plugs into, it does work. but waaaaay to many addition wires for my application. could barely tuck them out of the way enough to install the radio. you would think Axxess would come up with a simplified version for cars without steering wheel controls.
Pros: works
Cons: wire hell
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Works great but needs instructions
KyleK from Florida on 10/12/2015
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
I have this unit wired up with my Alpine UTE-52BT and everything works perfectly. However, you have to look up your own wiring instructions because this unit lacks a complete instructions manual.
Pros: Everything works
Cons: No instructions
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WIring Harness
Joe T from Ashland, Kentucky on 9/27/2015
When I looked at the harness all I could say was wow. Once wiring was figured out my brother soldered the wires. I was worried about having enough room to place the stereo back. But everything turned for the good.
Pros: Once you got over the shock of all the wires it wasn't so bad and it came together. I had no problem with the ignition wire. The stereo automatically turns off when the ignition key is removed.
Cons: I think that I got the wrong wiring kit. I had so many wires left over that I didn't need.
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Rats Nest
dubhead from New Mexico on 9/14/2015
2002 Volkswagen GTI
This thing looks like a rats nest out of the box. I was so intimidated I tried to go old school and hard wire in an aftermarket deck. Unfortunately I have a VW with CANBUS +/- and had a battery drain. Figured this mess out and was able to install everything perfectly.
Pros: Keeps R.A.P. Provides CANBUS communication.
Cons: Huge, messy, rats nest! Poorly named NAV box. Inadequate instructions.
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Washington on 9/13/2015
2004 Volkswagen Passat
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Baltimore, md on 9/13/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Product worked fine, but we're there were no instructions on how to use it and with two different plugs for different applications it was a little bit more difficult then it should of been.
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Idaho on 9/4/2015
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
harness works as advertised instruction were a little lacking overall very happy with product
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Cons: instructions
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Works well
Kevin from Connecticut on 9/2/2015
2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
Items works as described. There was a NAV piece along with the installation and I'm still not sure what it's used for. Had to research it on the web as the instructions weren't suffice. Thankfully I had Crutchfield Tech Support to fall back on. Would have had 5 stars if the instructions were slightly more vetted.
Pros: Exact fit, worked great, easy to hook up. It's like paint by numbers. It had options for every scenario your stock unit/controls have and can handle any aftermarket unit.
Cons: Instructions were slightly limited. Good enough for an amateur to get it working.
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Faultu
JT from Virginia on 8/25/2015
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy to wire up and install but the canbus box just wouldn't work. Spent a few hours on the line with Crutchfield support and they sent a new box with the same results. Ended up just having to wire into the fuse box, which is annoying because I could have a bought a much cheaper harness to do that.
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Axxess NAV interface
Kevin B from Pennsylvania on 8/23/2015
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
This product takes the hassle out of trying to figure out the wiring of your new radio. Would definitely recommend for the simplicity.
Pros: Simplicity
Cons: Instructions a bit light but one call to Crutchfield answered everything
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Excellent Wiring Harness
JoshW from Texas on 8/18/2015
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
Bought this product for my 2006 VW Jetta to replace the factory radio with a new Pioneer receiver. The product made connecting this radio to this existing wiring harness extremely easy. Just follow the instructions provided with the harness which are fairly comprehensive along with the radio wiring instructions. If you end up with questions, just contact Crutchfield support they will walk you through everything. I had a few questions concerning my situations and when I called tech support, I reached them quickly (no long wait times), they pulled up my harness and vehicle and explained the remaining connections or unconnected wires resulting in an error free install.
Pros: Cost effective, makes wiring installation quick and error free, Crutchfield Technical Support (use them if you have any questions)
Cons: None
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Interface Harness
GaryD from NewCroton-on-Hudson, New York on 7/21/2015
I love purchasing product through Crutchfield for one basic reason, support. I have always been treated with respect and have never had any issues with product install after a question has been answered.
Pros: Great fit and ease of install !!! Fit perfect.
Cons: No coins at alkyl.
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Installation made Easy
MrMike from Indiana on 7/19/2015
2002 Volkswagen Jetta
This product made the installation into my car a lot cleaner and easy.
Pros: Easy to use. Install is clean.
Cons: None
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Does the job. On VW MK4 Jettas, beware the ignition lead
RobH from White Township, New Jersey on 7/14/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
did the job. The accessory or ignition on power goes nowhere, so if you have a unit dependent on sensing voltage form the acc/ign, forget about it... tie it into the standard positive feed and make sure to turn the radio off when you leave the car
Pros: keeps things tidy. decent quality wiring.
Cons: no instructions of any real use. superfluous cabling.
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Wiring Harness works great
dweaver from California on 7/10/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
I had watched many online videos on how others had used different brand wiring harnesses to install an aftermarket stereo into their VW Jetta. They involved "creative" methods to get switched power which included some very unsafe means. The transmitter unit on this was so simple it was amazing. The only thing I wished were better were the directions. They are so simplified you think you are missing something. They need to better explain exactly what the transmitter box is for and how it works. I thought it was an erroneous part that didn't apply to my situation until I called Crutchfield and the tech explained that it was a radio frequency transmitter that would speak with the car and know when the car was on. Its totally ingenious... just not very well explained in the half sheet instructions that come with it.
Pros: Totally works. Easy to install
Cons: instructions could have been more thorough
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confusing at first, but an excellent product
Jeff W from Pennsylvania on 6/26/2015
2014 Volkswagen Jetta
When I first took this wiring harness out of the package I looked at it and thought 'what the...?' After looking it over and then a quick call to Crutchfield support, I was ready to roll. Installation was a breeze.
Pros: worked like a charm
Cons: confusing at first
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Works Flawlessly
DaveDestin from Destin, FL on 6/23/2015
Harness works like it is suppose to without a hitch. Initially the Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Interface looked a little intimidating-- I'm 50+ yrs old and my last auto stereo install involved a power wire, common ground, 4 speaker wires and an antenna hook-up. The installation of a full featured navigational display unit into a 2006 VW Jetta to replace an OEM single disc player was GREATLY simplified by using the Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Interface. One call to tech support re-enforced my confidence, but I was still somewhat amazed that the back-up camera and navigation system worked perfectly using this interface harness by providing the proper signals (such as a REVERSE gear signal to activate the back-up camera display) for options the OEM radio did not have.
Pros: Quality materials in harness and coupler; color coded wires matched instructions
Cons: none
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Quality Control Needed
Crutchfield customer from Plattsburgh, NY on 6/12/2015
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
I ordered this product for my 09 VW Jetta TDI and the control box was faulty. Crutchfield was good to send me a new one which also was faulty. In the end I had to fork out an extra dollars for the PAC unit. Do not buy this unit. Pay the extra for the better product.
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Alternate for Base Radio
JC from Connecticut on 5/19/2015
2011 Volkswagen Jetta
Perfect if you don't want steering controls, and less expensive
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Works Perfect with Car
Bill U from Florida on 5/17/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
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Works With Some Issues
Uburamba from Waterford, MI on 5/14/2015
2009 Volkswagen Jetta
I installed this on a 2009 VW Jetta, and the product itself seems to work pretty well, except that the parking brake signal did not work. I contacted Crutchfield and according to them some of the Jettas do not have the parking brake state on the CAN bus. So I had to wire the parking brake signal, all the way to the parking brake switch. A major pain. Also the instructions that come with the unit are very bad, and do not explain the connections very well.
Pros: Works mostly as advertised.
Cons: Parking brake signal does not work on the 2009 VW Jetta. Instructions are lacking.
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Adapter for after-market radios in VW's
Erik from Jacksonville, FL on 4/28/2015
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
If you are installing an after-market radio in a modern VW, you must use an interface to make everything work as desired. I used an older version years earlier, and it never worked as advertised. This adapter model works! Plus, you can update the firmware through a mini-usb plug, similar to the ones used with modern cell phones. Even though this adapter was brand new, I still applied a latest firmware upgrade to the unit. Once I made all of the connections with my new radio, I plugged everything in to my VW's harness, and it worked! Without it, the radio would remain on, even if I removed my keys from the ignition.
Pros: It made the installation of a new radio into a VW easy.
Cons: The supplied instructions are not very clear. I had to go to the manufacture's website for clarity.
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Missing a piece, but Crutchfield made it right
B Moore from Washington, DC Area on 4/24/2015
2008 Volkswagen Rabbit
Everything works great and everything sounds great. The installers, locally, did the whole install in about 35 minutes. Well worth the money, IMO.
Pros: Very quick delivery, nice unit for the price.
Cons: Even though I purchased an antenna adapter, it wasn't packed in the box. Fortunately, I got one locally. When I told Crutchfield about the missing component later, they immediately credited my card the cost of the adapter. So, that's entirely satisfactory, I'm good with that. On an unrelated note, this unit is much more powerful than the OEM unit that came with the 2008 VW Rabbit, so now it looks like I'm going to have to pony up for some new speakers.................
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Easy
Kendra from Rhode Island on 4/22/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from alexandria, va on 4/19/2015
2005 Volkswagen Golf
like many car stereo products, the included instructions are poor. However, it did work well once I figured it out.
Pros: Works well
Cons: poor included instructions
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Easy to Install
Luis L from Texas on 4/9/2015
Very easy to install . I installed this harness on my VW Jetta GLI (VR6) with monsoon system (amplified)
Pros: I'm able to keep the factory amplifier
Cons: None
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Great product. ..
cooldude from Lake in the hills ,il on 4/7/2015
Fast shipping, great product an the tech help was on point.
Pros: Easy install. Tech support walk me thru everything. Will definitely order again from this place.
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Just what you need
CA from Oklahoma on 4/5/2015
2004 Volkswagen Jetta
This is what you need for the Jetta to keep the OEM style power to the head unit after shut off without having to rig up wiring. Very easy to install with the instructions provided.
Pros: Makes installing a head unit for the VW Jetta super easy while keeping the OEM style key off function.
Cons: None
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Harness Failure
Southshorex from Florida on 4/4/2015
I purchased the recommended radio and harness for a 203 VW Jetta. I can not rate the radio as the harness I was sent does not fit the car. I sent pictures and then the harnesses back a few days ago. Never heard if they got them or what was the status.
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Florida on 3/28/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Harness was a bit confusing since it was for a Jetta with a radio and NAV and I don't have a NAV. Crutchfield did e-mailed me some wiring diagrams that made it easier.
Pros: Got it installed ok with very good help from Crutchfield Technical
Cons: Confusing without Crutchfield tech help
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Interface Harness Review
56 Chevy Streetrod from New York on 3/27/2015
Overall an excellent product! I gave it 4 stars because the instructions were a little vague and I had to call the experts at CF to clarify. I've been a long-term customer (30 years!) and always come back to Crutchfield whenever I need new Audio stuff for my cars. You cant beat CFs customer service! Everyone I have ever talked to has been exceptional! Always willing to assist with any questons.
Pros: Does what its supposed to do! Makes it easy to connect to existing system.
Cons: Instructions are a little vague
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2008 Jetta
Tim H from St Paul, MN on 3/26/2015
2008 Volkswagen Jetta
Easy install, does everything advertised
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Cons: None
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Awesome
BN from Texas on 3/24/2015
2006 Volkswagen Jetta
I went and bought a cheaper harness elsewhere and installed on my wife's car. Well turned out that wasn't the correct harness and the stereo wouldn't turn off (was getting constant power somewhere.) You get what you pay for I guess. So after scouring the internet for answers, I decided to buy this harness instead of tapping into other wires underneath the dash. The instructions didn't give info on which end plugs into the RAP, but after a quick call to Crutchfield's customer service I had my answer (on a Sunday afternoon no less.) Everything worked as it was supposed to. There was no constant power problem anymore. To those complaining about not having connectors or having to solder the wires....y'all are hopeless. If you know what you are doing, you will know you will need connectors. Don't complain about the product or the company when it's your fault for not knowing what you are doing in the first place.
Pros: Works without any problems. Customer service was good even on a Sunday.
Cons: Came with instructions, but didn't specify how to plug in RAP, quick phone call cleared it up though.
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Good
Quickstyler from Minnesota on 3/20/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
When will they start making this a simple hookup, everything was easy till Ya gotta solder wires togather for a hour.
Pros: It worked
Cons: Connecting the wires
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Excellent Product - Read the Instructions
Josh from Georgia on 2/27/2015
2010 Volkswagen Jetta
Excellent harness. I jumped in and started wiring things before reading the instructions... got a bit confused. Went back and just followed the instructions step by step and it was perfectly clear, worked perfectly, no problem!
Pros: Color co-ordination for connecting cables was accurate and complete.
Cons: Didn't come with cable connectors. Had to purchase some electrical tape to protect the connections.
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it works...
Teka from Texas on 2/19/2015
2013 Volkswagen Golf
It works, once you call in to learn what goes where.
Pros: it works.
Cons: Instructions are not clear, manufactures website sucks.
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dissatisfied
24vgli from elizabethville on 2/13/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Have a mk4 gli with stock monsoon system and amp. Did the vehicle verification this is the harness they said I needed. Simply will not work.
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Instructions are horrible...Got it to work somehow...
DSmith from Texas on 2/2/2015
2009 Volkswagen Jetta Sportwagen
Product looked to be good quality, but when you actually start trying to install, the instructions are horrible, I mean non-existent! After searching through a bunch of online how-to videos, I finally found someone that actually tells you what cables are for what. After you install all matching colored cables, you are left with a good number of cables that have nothing to attach to... so you are left wondering what you did wrong. Crutchfield needs to make a video on the fundamentals of the wiring process.
Pros: Works well once you can figure out how to connect.
Cons: No Instructions! Please do something to improve.
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Axxess XSVI-9003-NAV Wiring Interface
Crutchfield customer from Houston, Texas on 1/27/2015
2013 Volkswagen Jetta
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Terrible instructions
Jim from Indiana on 1/10/2015
2003 Volkswagen Jetta
Lots of wires on this thing with very little help on where they go. Company's web site was no help either.
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Not the best instructions
lewichris from Idaho on 1/5/2015
2003 Volkswagen Passat
There are a lot of wires on this one. So if your space is limited you will have fitment issues. I was able to make it work with a 2003 Passat but it was close. The instructions were not very good. I am mostly capable of anything electronic, But I was not able to follow all that well. The instructions were not clear. I had a hard tike with this
Pros: great to be able to keep factory amp
Cons: fitment issues, and unclear instructions.
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Good but.......
MarkT from NC on 1/1/2015
2005 Volkswagen Passat
The harness worked as it should but the installation instructions are horrible!
Pros: Simplifies retrofit
Cons: Installation instructions
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